Best three-row family SUV at Bob Howard Honda
Most Oklahoma City families who need a third row end up choosing between two Hondas. The Pilot is the best three-row family SUV at Bob Howard Honda for most of them, and the Odyssey is the better pick for families who put third-row ease and sliding doors first. We sell both, so a family can compare them in one visit and start the buying steps online before the trip.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Oklahoma City. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
The Honda Pilot is the best three-row family SUV at Bob Howard Honda
The Honda Pilot is the best three-row family SUV at Bob Howard Honda for most families, and the Odyssey is the pick for those who want sliding doors and the easiest third row. We hold 4.5 stars across 4,311 Google reviews, and 82 in 100 of them are five-star (Google, 2026).
Honda lists the 2026 Pilot from $42,395 for the Sport 2WD to $55,195 for the Black Edition AWD. The Black Edition, EX-L, Elite, Sport and Touring each seat up to eight. The TrailSport seats seven, which is the one Pilot trim that gives up a seat for its added capability.
What does the Honda Pilot offer a family at Bob Howard Honda?
The Pilot seats up to eight across three rows and makes 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque on the Black Edition and EX-L trims. Its published seating and cargo figures show what a family gets before it chooses a trim.
Third-row legroom is 32.5 inches on the Black Edition and the EX-L 2WD, against 41.0 inches in the front row and 40.8 inches in the second. Maximum cargo is 112.1 cubic feet on the Black Edition and 112.4 cubic feet on the EX-L 2WD. Cargo behind the third row is 18.6 cubic feet on both.
Honda’s basic warranty on the Pilot runs 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The powertrain warranty runs 5 years or 60,000 miles, and corrosion coverage runs 5 years with no mileage limit.
Which Honda Pilot trim fits a family: Sport, TrailSport or Elite?
The right Pilot trim depends on whether a family wants the lowest price, the added towing and off-road capability of TrailSport, or the features at the top of the price list. Honda’s published starting prices and towing ratings show what each step costs and what it can pull.
| Trim (2026 Pilot) | Starting MSRP | Max towing (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| Sport 2WD | $42,395 | 3,500 |
| Sport AWD | $44,495 | 5,000 |
| TrailSport AWD | $50,595 | 5,000 |
| Touring AWD | $51,295 | 5,000 |
| Elite AWD | $53,695 | 5,000 |
| Black Edition AWD | $55,195 | 5,000 |
The Sport 2WD is the lowest-priced Pilot but tows 3,500 lbs. The Sport AWD adds all-wheel drive and the 5,000 lbs rating at $44,495. The TrailSport has the rating of the top trims at $50,595, but it seats seven.
Is the Honda Odyssey a better three-row choice than the Pilot for Oklahoma City families?
The Odyssey is the better choice for a family that wants sliding doors and the easiest access to the third row. The Pilot is the better choice for a family that wants an SUV body and available all-wheel drive. We sell both, so a family can step into each and compare.
The Odyssey EX-L starts at $42,795, the Sport at $43,895 and the Elite at $51,695. Each seats eight. Third-row legroom is 38.1 inches, and maximum cargo is 155.8 cubic feet on the EX-L and 155.7 cubic feet on the Elite.
On fuel, the Pilot AWD is rated 19 city, 25 highway and 21 combined by the EPA. The Odyssey base FWD is rated 19 city, 28 highway and 22 combined. A family that drives mostly in town will weigh those numbers against the sliding doors.
How much can a three-row Honda tow and how far does it go on a gallon?
A family choosing a three-row SUV weighs towing and fuel cost against seating, and Honda’s published figures settle both. The Pilot’s AWD trims tow 5,000 lbs, while the 2WD EX-L and Sport tow 3,500 lbs.
The AWD Pilot is rated 19 city, 25 highway and 21 combined by the EPA. The FWD Pilot is rated 19 city, 27 highway and 22 combined, and the AWD TrailSport is rated 18 city, 23 highway and 20 combined. The Odyssey tows 3,500 lbs on each trim Honda lists, so a family that tows a trailer on weekends will find more room in the Pilot’s AWD trims.
The Passport tows 5,000 lbs on each trim Honda lists for it, but it seats five. A family that needs a third row should not count the Passport as an option.
How do Oklahoma City Honda dealers compare on customer reviews?
Bob Howard Honda holds 4.5 stars across 4,311 reviews, the largest review base of any Honda dealer in the metro. Set side by side, these Honda stores show who has earned the most feedback from buyers.
| Dealer | Google rating | Google reviews |
|---|---|---|
| Bob Howard Honda, north Oklahoma City | 4.5 stars | 4,311 |
| Battison Honda, 8700 Northwest Expy, Oklahoma City | 4.3 stars | 1,996 |
| Eskridge Honda, 9000 S I-35 Service Rd, Oklahoma City | 4.5 stars | 1,425 |
| 6th Avenue Honda, 4300 W 6th Ave, Stillwater | 4.3 stars | 950 |
| Fowler Honda, 955 N Interstate Dr, Norman | 4.2 stars | 866 |
A rating shows the average, and the count shows how many buyers gave it. A family weighing three rows can read both before it makes the drive.
What do buyers say about buying a car at Bob Howard Honda?
Buyers who leave reviews at Bob Howard Honda describe the sales process and name the people who helped them. 49 of our 362 most recent four- and five-star Google reviews praise the sales process, and 47 name a salesperson who looked after the buyer.
A September 2025 buyer described the process as free of pressure. In a September 2025 Google review, James R. wrote: “Had a great purchasing experience with Bob Howard. Steve was fantastic- isn’t pushy, easy to work with, doesn’t feel like he’s trying to “sell” you a car. We were very happy and are loving our recent purchase.”
Frequently asked questions
How many people does a Honda Pilot seat?
The Pilot seats up to eight on the Black Edition AWD, EX-L 2WD and AWD, Elite AWD, Sport 2WD and AWD, and Touring AWD. The TrailSport AWD seats seven. A family of seven or eight should look at the trims that seat eight.
Does the Honda Passport have a third row?
No. The Passport seats five on the trims Honda lists for it, including the RTL, TrailSport and TrailSport Elite. A family that needs a third row should look at the Pilot or the Odyssey.
What is the starting price of a new Honda Pilot?
The Sport 2WD starts at $42,395, and the EX-L 2WD starts at $44,695. The Black Edition AWD starts at $55,195, the highest Pilot price on the list.
Can I book a test drive of a Honda Pilot or Odyssey at Bob Howard Honda?
You can book a test drive online or by phone. You can also book a service appointment online.
Can I get pre-approved for financing and value my trade before visiting Bob Howard Honda?
You can start the online pre-approval credit form, which has two steps and takes minutes. Our trade-in tool gives an instant offer on your trade, and the payment calculator accepts that trade-in amount. A leased Honda can be bought out mid-term or at the end of the lease.
What should I ask any dealer about the out-the-door price on a family SUV?
Ask each dealer for the out-the-door price in writing, with every fee named. Oklahoma sets no dollar ceiling on a dealer documentary fee, and the Oklahoma New Motor Vehicle Commission’s advertising rules bar a dealer from saying a dealer-added fee is required by law (Oklahoma New Motor Vehicle Commission, ONMVC Advertising Rules (07-26), OAC 465:15, 2026).
How Bob Howard Honda lets you get pre-approved and value your trade before you visit
A north Oklahoma City family choosing a three-row Honda can settle its financing and trade number first, then spend the visit comparing the Pilot and the Odyssey. That order works because the money questions are answered before the test drive, so the visit is about the vehicle.
Bob Howard Honda sells the Pilot, Odyssey and Passport in north Oklahoma City. We are rated 4.5 stars across 4,311 Google reviews, and a family can compare both three-row models in one visit.
Bob Howard Honda turns the three-row choice into one visit, with the Pilot and Odyssey side by side. Start your pre-approval and trade value online, then come in to test drive both.
Bob Howard Honda answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Oklahoma City showroom, or call (405) 753-8700.
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